State Construction Manager

**State Construction Manager - QLD (Format & Network Development)
- Lead the state team of construction and fit-out professionals
- As our organisation grows, so do the opportunities for our people
- Grow and develop future talent
- Fully flexible role based in Queensland

**About us
The Woolworths Format & Network Development Team is a national team of 1,000, responsible for innovating and developing retail stores of the future across supermarkets, Metro & BIG W. We’re construction people, facilities and asset management people. We’re planning & commercial people. We’re architects and sustainability people. We’re data analysts, refrigeration and air conditioning people. We are operations and training people. Together, we’re doing our part to bring fresh food and great experiences to our customers every day.

We implement designs by creating experience-centric technology-led, retail store formats that are purpose-built for our customers and teams. We innovate by focusing on continuous improvement, sustainable energy management, technology, and working with our suppliers, service providers and operations teams to move towards a healthier planet. We maintain all aspects of our stores through having highly specialised, skilled team members across all trades. Every decision we make is designed with our customers and teams at the heart.

**The role
We are looking for a State Construction Manager - QLD to join our leadership team as part of Format Planning & Construction. Reporting to the Director, Format Planning & Construction and working closely with the broader leadership team, this role will lead the successful delivery of the state's construction projects within the planned annual Property Network Plan.

The State Construction Manager is a natural leader who is comfortable supporting both daily execution activities and large, complex and cross-functional projects. The role has 8 direct reports including the accountability for a number of subcontractors.

The State Construction Manager will work cross-functionally to identify the right offer targeted to site specifics, support capital approval processes, and support end-to-end delivery of projects within the State.

This role has a unique blend and focus on what we have delivered today and what we are delivering tomorrow. You’ll get to work with a diverse group of people and minds who are innovative, supportive and industry-leading professionals.

The State Construction Manager QLD role is a permanent full time opportunity.

**Who we’re looking for
You are a highly collaborative leader with a proven track record of leading complex projects at scale. A leader with well-developed influencing skills, who understands how to create positive and sustainable change within an organisation. A great communicator with business acumen and an intuitive and applicable understanding of effective strategy & execution.

You will have the ability to recognise opportunities and make good decisions through market awareness, understanding the needs of individuals, business and the community.

To ensure your success in this role, you must have the following:

- Construction related tertiary qualification or construction related trade qualification.
- Minimum 10 years experience in construction project management and experience in retail refurbishment
- Experience in managing new store and renewal programs in the Retail Sector
- High level of retail planning experience with financial reporting
- Excellent leadership capability

Additionally, we require:

- Strong knowledge and practical experience in Google apps
- Industry experience, preferably in construction project management and planning
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Passionate desire to deliver quality projects on time and to budget
- Understanding & knowledge of REVIT and documentation skills
- The ability to partner and build strong relationships founded on trust and thought leadership
- Resilience and confidence working in ambiguity, creating clarity and direction

**Grow with the Group
As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do.

We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage. We are proud to be recognised as a Gold Tier Employer in the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ+ inclusion and as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency. #LI #W180

As our Group continues to evolve, innovate and support our communities, we encourage our team members to do the same with their own careers, by providing ongoing opportunities to grow and make a real difference.

We value flexibility, and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.

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